SummaryThis is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.Learn more about this agencyDutiesHelpMaintain applicant's medical records during the examination process.Manage medical consultations to include verifying doctor's orders.Prepare Drug and Alcohol Test (DAT) control logs and obtain control log signatures.Prepare packages and ship specimens to testing laboratory.Perform phlebotomy procedures to obtain blood samples for HIV and other laboratory tests.Manage medical consultations to include verifying doctor's orders.Conduct standardized medical orientation briefings to applicants.Inprocess applicants to verify their identity using previously captured biometrics (i.e. digital fingerprints and photographs).Review unique medical forms for proper format, coding, and completion.Assist applicants on completion of a variety of forms required for physical examination.Track and maintain medical assessment data.RequirementsHelpConditions of employmentAppointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.This position has been designated as non-sensitive and requires you to possess or complete a personnel security background investigation.This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations (Before 0600 or after 1800 hours).This position requires successful completion of a color perception (vision) examination.This position requires the ability to physically perform (demonstrate) and evaluate military physical aptitude (maneuvers) tests.This position requires annual blood testing.Successful completion of applicable Military Health System (MHS) GENESIS Training is required in order to access the MHS GENESIS System within 30 days of on-boarding and/or as required.Occasional TDY may be required.This position requires the employee to use personal protective equipment provided by the employer.QualificationsWho May Apply: US CitizensIn order to qualify, you must meet the education and/ or experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.Specialized Experience for GS-06: One year of experience which includes: Assisting with physical examinations (i.e. optical, audiometric tests, electrocardiogram, and/or urine collection/processing) of applicants/patients; Performing phlebotomy to obtain blood samples while ensuring all safety precautions are followed; Operating medical equipment (i.e. audiometers, stereoscopic vision testers, and/or centrifuges) for various types of medical examinations/procedures; Documenting the medical information or patients to ensure the completion and accuracy of information. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-05).ORSome federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you may qualify if your education meets the definitions below:Education Substitution for GS-06: Successful completion of at least one-half year (9 semester hours) of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field directly related to the work of the position to be filled, such as: Medical Technology/Technician, Medical Assistant, Nursing, Emergency Medical Technician, Paramedic, or a related field of study. (NOTE: You must attach a copy of your transcripts for verification.)ORCombination of Experience and Education Substitution for Specialized Experience for GS-06: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) by 9. Add the two percentages. (You must provide a copy of your transcripts.)EducationFOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: order to qualify for this position, based on your education, education substitution, or combination of education and experience, you must have either completed the education requirement, or will complete this requirement within 30 days from the closing date of this announcement. If you will not complete this requirement within 30 days from the closing date of this announcement, you will be rated as Not Qualified for this position.You must provide appropriate documentation to reflect when you will meet the education requirement. Appropriate documentation includes: (1) Resume indicating your projected completion/graduation date; (2) Transcripts indicating your projected completion/graduation date; (3) A letter signed by the institution's registrar indicating your projected completion/graduation date.Additional informationMale applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.Direct Deposit of Pay is required.Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.This is a(n) Medical Career Field position.Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.Recruitment/ Relocation incentive may be authorized.Advance in Leave Accrual may be authorized.Advance in Hire may be authorized.Expand Hide additional informationCandidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.BenefitsHelpA career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Job Title
Medical Technician